american dream

Intermediate 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

The darkly ironic belief that wealth and leisure will magically materialize with zero effort—a philosophy popular among lottery ticket enthusiasts and those who've decided hard work is fundamentally overrated.

Example Usage

His American Dream was winning the lotto so he could finally quit his job and game 24/7.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=american%20dream&defid=879294)

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